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IPL 2022: 25% crowd to be allowed till April 15

BCCI and the Maharashtra government have decided to allow 25% crowd capacity for the first phase of the IPL 2022 from March 26 to April 15. "A decision to increase the crowd capacity for the second phase will be taken later, depending on the Covid situation," a source told TOI. On Wednesday, Aaditya Thackeray, who is the minister for tourism and environment in the state government, and Maharashtra guardian minister Eknath Shinde held a meeting with BCCI's acting CEO Hemang Amin and key officials of the Mumbai Cricket Association regarding the arrangements for the tournament. The meeting was held at the Sahyadri Guest House in Malabar Hill.

IPL 2022: Teams to practice at five venues in Mumbai

BCCI has identified five practice venues in Mumbai for the league stage of IPL 2022 — the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) ground in Bandra-Kurla Complex, the Brabourne Stadium at the Cricket Club of India, DY Patil Stadium, the Reliance Corporate Park in Navi Mumbai and the MCA ground in Thane. The forthcoming edition of the IPL will start from March 26 with a game between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium, and end on May 22 (Sunday). There will be 12 double-headers in the league this time. Each team will be based in a separate hotel to ensure that the bio-secure environment is created and maintained at each of the hotels with “dedicated areas” for the teams. A green corridor will be created for the teams to ensure a “safe passage and smooth movement” of the 10 teams for matches and practice. The teams are likely to start arriving in Mumbai around March 8, and after a three to five-day quarantine period, will start practicing from March 14 or 15th onwards. As part of the IPL’s bio-secure protocols, the participants who will be a part of the bubble — players, support staff, match officials, commentators, broadcast crew and other participants who are critical of the tournament will undergo strict quarantine for 3-5 days before entering their respective bubbles. In case a player/participant catches covid, separate arrangements will be made for that person in the hotel.

India trying to 'avoid' Belarus in football friendly amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

Belarus in a friendly football match on March 26 after the country entangled itself in Russia's invasion of Ukraine by extending support to it. India were to take on Bahrain on March 23 and efforts are on to replace Belarus with another country for the March 26 game in Manama amid a global sporting boycott of Russia and, in some cases, Belarus on the International Olympic Committee's call. "We are trying to avoid Belarus if possible in the light of these developments.

BCCI allows 50% fans in Mohali stadium for Virat Kohli's 100th Test

Virat Kohli's 100th Test match at the PCA Stadium in Mohali, which begins from Friday, the BCCI has allowed 50 per cent fans at the venue to watch the landmark game from the stands. "The first Test between India and Sri Lanka to be played at the Punjab Cricket Stadium in Mohali will not be held behind closed doors. The decision to allow spectators into the ground is one taken by the State Cricketing Associations and in the present circumstances, is based on various factors. I have spoken with the PCA office bearers and they have confirmed that cricket fans will be able to witness the historic moment of Virat Kohli playing his 100th Test match," BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in a statement.

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: Spectators To Be Allowed For Virat Kohli's 100th Test Match At Mohali

The first Test between India and Sri Lanka, which will be superstar batter Virat Kohli's landmark 100th match, beginning on Friday will be played in front of spectators, reversing an earlier decision to play the game behind closed doors. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said in a statement on Tuesday that cricket fans will be able to witness the historic moment of Kohli playing his 100th Test match. "The first Test between India and Sri Lanka to be played at the Punjab Cricket Stadium in Mohali will not be held behind closed doors," Shah said in the statement.

"My Heart Was Pumping": Kolkata Knight Riders Captain Shreyas Iyer While Watching IPL 2022 Mega Auction On TV

Shreyas Iyer is currently the toast of the cricketing world with a hat-trick of unbeaten fifties against Sri Lanka that helped India clinch the T20I series 3-0. After starting his Test career with a century on debut, Shreyas levelled up his game when it came to the shortest format. His calm demeanor and intelligent shot selection made the world stop and admire him. The rich form of Shreyas will surely impress his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and its fans as Shreyas is set to lead them in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Recently, in an interview with KKR.in, Shreyas, who was picked up by KKR for Rs 12.25 crore, revealed how "nervous" he was while watching the IPL 2022 mega auction on the television. He explained that his "heart was pumping" and wasn't able to "control his emotions" as his name flashed across the screen.

Now more mature, experienced in terms of decision making, captaincy skills: Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer believes that he would be entering the captaincy job with his new IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) with more maturity and experience with regards to decision making and captaincy skills. In the IPL mega auction, Iyer was snapped by Kolkata for Rs 12.25 crores and was soon announced as the captain of the franchise ahead of IPL 2022. Iyer comes in with experience of captaining Delhi Capitals in 41 IPL matches, including taking them to the final of IPL 2020. "I would be coming in with a much different mindset now. I'm now more mature and experienced in terms of my decision making and captaincy skills. Really waiting eagerly to work with every individual in the team, and build that synergy which could really help the team perform at a different level. I'm just going to love the responsibility, and I thrive under pressure," said Iyer to KKR's official website on Monday.

India vs Sri Lanka: Virat Kohli hits the nets after brief breather

Virat Kohli, who is set to play his landmark 100th Test against Sri Lanka at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium in Mohali, returned to the field on Sunday after a brief break. Kohli, who along with stumper Rishabh Pant landed in the city on Saturday, batted at the nets and later underwent a light training session with the rest of the Test team members. Kohli was last seen in action during the limited overs series against the West Indies. Besides the duo, the Test specialists Ravichandran Ashwin, Hanuma Vihari, Jayant Yadav, Umesh Yadav, KS Bharat and rookie left-arm spinner Saurabh Kumar also joined in.

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IPL 2022: 25% crowd to be allowed till April 15

IPL 2022: Teams to practice at five venues in Mumbai

India trying to 'avoid' Belarus in football friendly amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

BCCI allows 50% fans in Mohali stadium for Virat Kohli's 100th Test

India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: Spectators To Be Allowed For Virat Kohli's 100th Test Match At Mohali

"My Heart Was Pumping": Kolkata Knight Riders Captain Shreyas Iyer While Watching IPL 2022 Mega Auction On TV

Now more mature, experienced in terms of decision making, captaincy skills: Shreyas Iyer

India vs Sri Lanka: Virat Kohli hits the nets after brief breather